World in a Pulse
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Nous Research confirms it hit $1.5B Valuation, launches AI agents for business users
The developer of Hermes Agent raised a $90 million Series B.
ChatGPT for Teens Is an ‘Unacceptable Risk,’ Watchdog Group Says - CNET
Research by Common Sense Media says that OpenAI's parent alert system is faulty and that the chatbot doesn't help kids improve their learning skills.
NASA’s SpaceX 35th Commercial Resupply Mission Overview
NASA’s SpaceX 35th commercial resupply mission will launch on the company’s Dragon spacecraft on the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket to deliver research and supplies to the International Space Station.NASA NASA and SpaceX are targeting no earlier than Tuesday, Oct.
What Worries Experts About the Russia 'Plague' Incident
Public-health experts say the incident should serve as a wake-up call.
Sources: Brigham Young tailback LJ Martin out for 4 to 6 weeks
BYU running back LJ Martin will be sidelined for at least a month with a lower body injury, sources told ESPN's Pete Thamel on Wednesday.
Why is Guantanamo prison still open?
Guantanamo Bay opened after the US invasion of Afghanistan. 25 years later, the war is over, but the prison remains open
Tropical Storm Simon forms in the Pacific Ocean off the southwestern coast of Mexico
MIAMI (AP) — Tropical Storm Simon formed Wednesday in the Pacific Ocean off the southwestern coast of Mexico, the National Hurricane Center said.
These Apple Amazon Deals Start at $15, from Headphones to AirTags
You still have time to save on Apple's most coveted products, from AirTags to wired headphones.
Refactoring The-Internet: Fork, Fix, Farewell to Heroku and hello to Render!
With this blog post, we will be taking Dave Haeffner's The-Internet, https://the-internet.herokuapp.com/, a ten-year old web app test site, fork it, investigate using Google AI how to modernize the server architecture, and port it over to a new home at Render.com. Spoilers: The original version, but
OpenAI says it has solved 377 maths equations that have stumped experts for years
Mathematicians have lashed out after the AI giant released hundreds of new findings.
FRENCH PM SPEECH
In a televised address from his official residence the French prime minister acknowledges young people anger 'doesn't come from nowhere' and promises a plan to respond to the crisis #EuropeNews
WHO questions Russia: "If plague is ruled out, what did she actually die from?"
The World Health Organization is demanding answers from Russia amid reports of a second suspected case of plague. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
What's next for the Braves? Biggest offseason questions after another early postseason exit
Atlanta rebounded from a poor 2025 to win the NL East, but were unable to finish the job and were knocked out by the Dodgers in the NLDS
Yemeni government forces claim 1,860 Houthis ‘neutralised’
Yemeni government forces said in a social media post that they carried out 2,103 'precise targeting operations'.
Social Security $90 checks: You might get an extra direct deposit from the SSA tomorrow. What to know
The government is sending a onetime $90 payment to more than 20 million Social Security recipients to help with their Medicare Part B coverage premiums, President Donald Trump announced in a statement last week. Medicare is a federal health insurance program for people 65 and older, and for younger people with long-term disabilities or end-stage renal disease, according to the Congressional Budget Office. Of the more than 70 million Americans currently enrolled in Medicare, 63 million are enr
Why Oscar-winner Eva Marie Saint never went Hollywood
The actress talks of working with Alfred Hitchcock and Paul Newman, and why she never wanted Cary Grant's fame
Robot data startup Mecka AI nabs $60M from Sequoia | TechCrunch
The startup pays people to record everyday tasks.
“Software is over”: Bold AI developer takes aim at Adobe with open source clones
For a while, those hoping to avoid the difficulty and expense of dealing with Adobe's Creative Suite have been able to use several free and/or open-source alternatives that replicate some or all of those capabilities. Now, one developer is using AI-powered reverse engineering to mimic the look, feel, and functionality of Adobe's well-known software with what he hopes will soon be perfect fidelity. Artcraft got its start last year as a "controllable AI for artists" that allows for precise post-generation editing of AI-crafted images and videos.
NASA Sets Coverage for SpaceX 35th Station Resupply Launch, Arrival
A SpaceX Dragon cargo spacecraft departs from the International Space Station on June 16 after undocking from the Harmony module’s forward port. Dragon, packed with completed science experiments and cargo for retrieval and analysis on Earth, parachuted to a splashdown off the coast of southern California the following day.Credit: NASA NASA and SpaceX are targeting 6:33 a.m. EDT, Tuesday, Oct. 13, for the next launch to deliver science investigations, supplies, and equipment, including the final set of International Space Station Roll-Out Solar Arrays, to the space station.
Ask an Expert — Five Ways to Help Someone Struggling With Mental Health
Observant family members can be the first responders to mental health or substance use concerns. Recognizing changes, listening without judgment, and simply being available can make a meaningful difference.
Explaining fan interference call in Yankees vs. Rays ALDS Game 3: Why Anthony Volpe's hit was ruled a double
After replay, officials ruled that a fan had reached over the wall and Volpe's home run was overturned
Democrats sue US President Trump over taxpayer-funded ad campaign
Trump has faced a bipartisan backlash over ads that critics say violate prohibitions on taxpayer-funded propaganda.
AI chatbots are ignoring this prompt from wealthy users, in a phenomenon called ‘adversarial delegation’
AI chatbots are already a trusted source of shopping advice. Roughly 70% of American consumers report using AI for shopping, with nearly two-thirds saying AI had influenced a recent shopping decision, according to a July survey from LDWW. But a new study shows that AI may not be the impartial shopping buddy users think it is: Rather, some of the most popular AI models, including ChatGPT and Claude, recommend more expensive products to users they think are wealthy based on personal data, even
40 Phantom of the Opera backstage secrets and ghost stories – including the British rocker who almost played the lead
The Phantom of the Opera is here and here to stay.
Switching From An RTX 4090 To iGPU Via Display Cable Allegedly Helped A User Gain 2.5GB VRAM, Allowing Him To Double The Context Window In Qwen3.8-27B To 132K
A user claims that plugging his display cable into the iGPU instead of his RTX 4090 freed up 2.5GB of VRAM, letting him double the context window in Qwen3.8-27B to 132K, here's how the trick works and why it matters for local AI
OpenAI says it has solved 377 maths equations that have stumped experts for years
Mathematicians have lashed out after the AI giant released hundreds of new findings.
Gene therapy can partly restore sight in blind people, researchers reveal
Optogenetic therapy, based on Nobel prize-winning science, involves turning nerve cells on and off using light
Why muscle health should be a bigger part of clinical nutrition – Texas A&M Stories
Experts call for greater attention to muscle health across aging, illness and weight loss.
NFL Week 5 injury report: Lamar Jackson, Ja'Marr Chase among several stars uncertain for Sunday
Commanders' Jayden Daniels logged a full practice on Wednesday and could return
How kidnappings are hitting Nigeria’s Borno families hard
Across Borno, abductions are leaving families with depleted savings, missing loved ones and disrupted education.
Jaguar finally launched its new EV. Here’s what people are saying
Jaguar has officially presented its new 2028 Jaguar Type 01 in New York, and the sky hasn’t fallen after all. Two years ago, when the British brand dropped its pastel concepts, the internet unleashed an absolute storm of ridicule and brand obituaries. Even Elon Musk, a guy whose cars’ designs are the equivalent of porridge, moaned. Today, faced with the actual machine, some of that rabid criticism has flipped. Some. If cars were buildings, the new Jaguar would definitely be an impenet
Frank Mancuso Sr., Former Chief of Paramount, MGM/UA, Dies at 93
Frank Mancuso Sr., a distribution executive who went on to head two of Hollywood’s major studios, Paramount and MGM/UA, has died.
The Dell 14 Plus Is a Copilot+ PC. Here's What That Actually Means - CNET
From live translation to smarter video calls, a Copilot+ PC’s on-board AI hardware can make a practical difference in your workday.
Microsoft event debuts new AI-friendly hardware and Windows changes
In its first live event in two years, Microsoft today announced its newest Surface laptop, outlined a host of changes coming to Windows 11, and shared a vision of how local-AI and agentic workflows could reshape personal computing for those in the dev community as well as home enthusiasts. Surface Laptop Ultra Originally teased in May 2026, the new Surface Laptop Ultra will be Microsoft's first offering to take advantage of the new Nvidia RTX Spark SoC (system on a chip).
US microreactor to test fueled transport, full power in 2027
A US nuclear battery that reached criticality in 150 days is scheduled for full-power testing at Idaho Laboratory in 2027.
Experts Say This Is the Most Important Thing to Know About the Dengue Outbreak
Experts say there are ways to protect yourself and your family even if infections are near you.
BYU RB LJ Martin injury: Reigning Big 12 Player of the Year to miss a month, including showdown vs. Notre Dame
The Cougars will be without their star running back in an Oct. 17 top-10 showdown against Notre Dame
Saudi Arabia confirms three dead in Houthi strikes on its airports
Saudi Arabia has confirmed that Houthi strikes on two of its international airports have killed three people.
What will happen to Paramount+ and HBO Max under the new Skydance?
The deal merging Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. closed on Tuesday, bringing with it new questions about the future of the companies’ flagship streaming services: Paramount+ and HBO Max. What will that mean for streaming consumers? So far, the new company hasn’t said much. Unification “over time” Skydance announced that consumers can expect improvements in its streaming products, as well as a unification into a single service “over time,” according to a press
Obsession Horror Movie Returns to Theaters for New Rerelease, But There’s a Catch
Curry Barker's Obsession returns to theaters for a rerelease, but there is a catch to watch the horror flick on the big screen once again.
Meta’s Muse launches on iPad just a month after its mobile debut
Meta’s AI agent Muse is now available on iPad, just a month after its mobile debut, as the company rapidly expands the assistant’s reach and integrations.
New US Navy modular booster targets 500 motors yearly at production
The Navy plans to field its new weapon in 2031, with X-Bow developing its solid rocket motor booster under a potential $69.7 million deal.
Heat pump hits 320°F to supply steam and hot water for heavy industry
Scientists have tested high-temperature heat pumps at up to 320 degrees Fahrenheit to deliver cleaner steam and process heat for the industry.
Entropy starts 60-minute IV psilocin dosing in phase II binge-eating trial | Stockhead
Entropy Neurodynamics (ASX: ENP) starts Cohort 2 dosing in phase II BED trial of its IV-infused psilocin treatment.
10 NBA Wives and Girlfriends Who Have Built Their Own Businesses
Being a wife or girlfriend to an NBA player is not easy. The players are often on the road, and both partners have to deal with weeks-long absences and manage the relationship accordingly.
US stocks slide as oil prices fluctuate over renewed Iran war fears
Oil prices rose on fresh concerns about Middle East supplies, before falling on the possible release of more reserves.
An AI-generated Rumpelstiltskin meme is freaking out much of the internet
A creepy Rumpelstiltskin-like imp has become a viral meme template. The AI clip looked so real that many assumed it was from an old film.
‘Misty Green’ review: Chris Rock viciously criticizes Hollywood
Even if Rock’s vivisection of showbiz ultimately doesn’t come together, it holds your interest with a frenetic push and jagged turns and features a stunner of a performance from Rosalind Elea…
Microsoft is giving Copilot more control over Windows and your files
At today's Windows and Surface event, Microsoft showed off an upgrade to its Copilot AI system that will give it access to local files on your PC and the ability to take actions across the OS. It's part of an idea Microsoft is calling "Hybrid Intelligence," where apps and tools rely on a mix of […]
NVIDIA's RTX Spark PCs Combine The Best of Gaming & AI on Windows, Bringing Grace & Blackwell To Powerful, Slim & Sleek Designs, Available For Pre-Order
NVIDIA RTX Spark PCs are now available for pre-orders, bringing the best of NVIDIA's AI and gaming capabilities within sleek and slim designs.
World's first fleet-capable drill robot hits 10x speed, 99% accuracy
DEWALT's DALE downward drilling robot can work in fleets, drill up to 10x faster, and tackle massive data center construction projects.
Ex-CDC head posits if Russia was studying 'manipulated' plague strain
Dr Robert Redfield made the warning during an interview, saying the scale of the response from the Russian authorities 'doesn't make sense' for a standard plague infection.
Fantasy football Week 5 Start 'Em & Sit 'Em: Matthew Stafford gets right back on track vs. Bills
Drake Maye, Malik Nabers and Colston Loveland finally rewarded fantasy managers in Week 4, and Jayden Daniels and Chase Brown could be next in line for big bounce-back performances in Week 5
Yemen war live: Yemeni forces claim key heights as Houthi attacks go on
Saudi-backed Yemeni forces claim advances in western Taiz's mountain belt overlooking the coast.
DeMeco Ryans takes over defensive play-calling for the 0-4 Texans
HOUSTON (AP) — Houston coach DeMeco Ryans is taking over defensive play-calling duties for the winless Texans.
Ramayana Release Date Changed; Supreme Court Asks Rajpal Yadav To Deposit Rs 2 Crore
From Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana to Supreme Court schooling Rajpal Yadav; here are the top headlines of the day.
Microsoft releases new Nvidia-chip AI PCs with revamped Windows 11
Microsoft revealed the specs and price for its Surface Laptop Ultra, AI PCs that run on Nvidia chips that are designed to run AI models and agents.
Apple's iPhone Air 2 Might Squeeze a Bigger Battery into a 5.2mm Chassis
Early leaks suggest Apple is making the iPhone Air 2 even thinner at 5.2mm while squeezing in a higher-density battery and better cameras.
NASA’s PRIMA Spacecraft (Artist’s Concept)
1 Min Read NASA’s PRIMA Spacecraft (Artist’s Concept) PIA26355 Credits: NASA/JPL-Caltech Photojournal Navigation Science Photojournal NASA’s PRIMA Spacecraft… Photojournal Home Photojournal Search Latest Content Galleries Feedback RSS About Downloads NASA’s PRIMA Spacecraft (Artist’s Concept) JPEG (5.16 MB) Description This artist’s concept depicts the proposed design for NASA’s PRobe far-Infrared Mission for Astrophysics (PRIMA), which was sele
Two more cases of deadly Legionnaires' disease reported in New York
Two cases of Legionnaires' disease have been reported in the New York City borough of Staten Island, a day after officials announced they were investigating two cases in the borough of Queens.
Guardians break out bats with season on line in Game 3 victory
After managing just three runs in the first two games, the Guardians stayed alive in their ALDS series with 11 hits in a 9-3 win over the White Sox in Game 3 on Wednesday.
Death of 87-year old sparks furious Spain housing protests
Hundreds of protesters gather outside Spain’s Parliament, demanding action over soaring rents.
Canada’s Jobs Report Lands Friday: This Bank Stock Could Move First
Friday’s jobs report could shake CIBC shares, but borrower stress matters more than one headline number.
‘Top of the Mountain’: Henry Rollins Lists This 1980s Band Among Rolling Stones, Beatles of Rock History
Henry Rollins claimed that Joy Division ranks alongside David Bowie and the Rolling Stones, and he's not the only one.